What is Read, Write, and Type?

This software program was developed by Dr. Jeanine Herron as a way to engage students in reading, writing and spelling activities and therefore build reading skills.


Elements of the software:

  • Colorful animation
  • Digitized speech
  • Provides explicit instruction and practice in:
    • Phonemic awareness
    • Phonological awareness
    • Letter-sound correspondences
    • Phonemic decoding
  • Allows ELL students to select language for instructions
  • Provides systematic support
  • Multisensory
  • Teaches students keyboard skills


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Click here for a demonstration of Read. Write & Type

While computer technology is becoming more and more a part of the classroom, it will not replace teacher lead instruction and should only be used as a means to supplement instruction and give students additional practice of learned skills.




Torgesen, J. K., Wagner, R. K., Rashotte, C. A., Herron, J.,& Lindamood, P.(2010). Computer-assisted instruction to prevent early reading difficulties in students at risk for dyslexia: Outcomes from two instructional approaches. Annals of Dyslexia, 60(1), 40-56.